Meeting Fountain Valley’s Fire Chief and the Future of Public Safety

In this episode, Mayor Jim Cunneen sits down with the new Fountain Valley Fire Chief Chris Nigg to discuss the department’s priorities, challenges and exciting developments on the horizon. Chief Nigg shares his background and path to be coming Fire Chief and his plan to keep Fountain Valley safe and well-served. Their conversation covers everything from a comprehensive community risk assessment and the planned Fire Station 1 relocation to the launch of the City's new ambulance transport program. Interested in having a guest or topic featured on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Talking points include: -Introduction to new Fire Chief Chris Nigg and his 25-year career in fire and EMS services -Chief Nigg's first impressions of the Fountain Valley Fire Department and its dedicated personnel -The department's high call volume and what it means for a two-station department -Plans and funding progress for the relocation of Fire Station 1 and the City’s new ambulance program -The department's community risk reduction efforts, including CPR classes and fire prevention inspections -The department's long-term vision, including the potential for a three-station model